Abu Dhabi (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News / WAM – 06 March 2026) Arab Emirates and Japan They agreed on the final provisions of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership deal (CEPA), the first of its kind to Japan with Arab This visit aims to deepen trade and investment relations between the two friendly countries and raise them to new heights of mutually beneficial economic growth.
The announcement was made during the official Visit to Japan His Excellency Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister industry And advanced technology And the Minister of Foreign Affairs’ envoy to JapanAccompanied by His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, during a meeting with Toshimitsu Motegi, JapanMinister of Foreign Affairs.
the deal Reflects the shared commitment of the organization United Arab Emirates and Japan To further strengthen their long-term strategic relationships across everyone areas, especially trade and investment relations.
This agreement represents an important milestone in the course of bilateral relations, and is expected to enhance trade and investment flows while expanding cooperation with the private sector in priority sectors, including advanced sectors. technologyLogistics, cybersecurity, healthcare and education.
CEPA will also open new partnership opportunities in the areas of research, development, innovation, smart mobility and energy security, as well as financial services and digital transformation. These areas correspond to United Arab EmiratesThe UAE’s vision to build an economy based on knowledge and innovation and support the priorities of the two countries within the framework of the comprehensive strategic partnership signed in 2022.
Dr. Sultan Al Jaber said: “The comprehensive economic partnership negotiations concluded successfully.” deal between United Arab Emirates and Japan It reflects the leadership’s vision to strengthen economic and trade relations with Japan It confirms the depth of the strategic partnership between our two countries.
It also highlights our shared commitment to promoting innovation, industrial development and sustainable economic growth.
Dr. Al Jaber added: “The… deal It will open new horizons for cooperation in advanced industries, technologyand resilient supply chains, providing greater opportunities for the private sectors to enhance investment and innovation. By enhancing economic integration between our two countries, deal “It will support future development and enhance advanced and competitive economies.”
Dr. Thani Al-Zeyoudi praised the successful conclusion of the negotiations, saying: “The positive results of our negotiations with CEPA Japanone of worldThe UAE is considered the largest economy and a key member of the G7, an important step forward in strengthening UAE-Japanese relations. By removing trade barriers and facilitating increased investment flows, this alliance will open new avenues for our respective sectors, fostering lasting partnerships that benefit both countries and contribute to achieving our shared sustainability and prosperity goals.
The successful conclusion of the CEPA negotiations comes on the heels of thriving trade relations, with non-oil trade between the two countries United Arab Emirates and Japan Up to $20.3 one billion In 2025, a growth rate of 16.7 percent compared to 2024.
the United Arab Emirates Established itself as Japan‘s summit Trans business partner middle East and Africawhich represents 39 percent of JapanTotal trade with Arab And African countries.
the United Arab EmiratesThe CEPA program is central to its foreign trade strategy. Since the launch of the program in September 2021, United Arab Emirates Agreements have been concluded with more than 35 high-growth economies, enhancing access to… Markets It represents nearly a quarter worldIts population.